Last updated 2026-07-10 ยท MovePlan Editorial Team
A moving checklist for homeowners adds closing tasks, key handovers, and home prep to the standard move. Coordinating sale and move dates keeps the transition smooth.
Step: Coordinate closing dates with your move schedule
Step: Cancel or transfer homeowners insurance and utilities
Step: Gather warranties, manuals, and home documents
Step: Forward mail and update your address everywhere
Step: Leave keys, remotes, and manuals for the buyers
Step: Rekey or change locks at the new home
Step: Confirm utilities and services at the new address
Step: Do a final walkthrough before handing over keys
Homeowner move planning.
When: Begin 8 weeks out and align tasks with your closing date.
Watch out: Do not move out before confirming the closing; a delayed closing can leave you with two homes or none at the wrong time.